Antique English Bronze Dog Inkwell, King Charles Spaniel, c.1880
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome Victorian novelty inkwell, cast in bronze in the form of a King Charles Spaniel, beautifully executed with two lovely glass eyes. The underside is inscribed with a roma...
Bronze
Bronze Doré Dog Inkwell
Located in Dallas, TX
A round bronze doré dog inkwell with a hinged top and brown glass eyes.
Bronze
Antique Inkwell, Bronze, Late 19th Century, Dog and Cat
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful inkwell made of bronze. Depicted is a doghouse with a dog barking at the cat on the roof.
Bronze
$650
H 4.75 in W 11.5 in D 6.25 in
Antique French Empire Figural Bronze & Marble Hunting Dog Desk Double Inkwell
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Empire Figural Bronze & Marble Hunting Dog Desk Double Inkwell. Circa Early 20th Century.
Marble, Bronze
$2,801
H 4 in W 8 in D 6 in
Bronze inkwell and pen holder, a dachshund dog, by Anton Puchegger, Austria 1890
By Anton Puchegger
Located in Milan, IT
Bronze desktop inkwell with pen holder, depicting the head of a dachshund. The sculpture rests on a curved base in red Verona marble, which also houses the brass ink container. Signe...
Marble, Brass, Bronze
$1,400
H 7 in W 9 in D 3.5 in
Fantastic Gilt Bronze Brass and Cut Glass Horseman & Hound Dog Desk Inkwell Set
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Marvelously detailed French antique desk accessory inkwell made of gilt bronze and nickel plate having sculptural horseman in period outfit accompanied by loyal hound dog at his side.
Bronze, Nickel
French Inkstand and Pen Holder with Dog in Kennel and Boy
Located in London, GB
An attractive and unusual patinated bronze inkwell of a child feeding his dog which is chained to its kennel.
Bronze
$1,521Sale Price|20% Off
H 6.3 in W 17.72 in D 6.7 in
Vienna Bronze Writing Set Inkwell 1900 Dog F. Klar
Located in Berlin, DE
Bronze writing set, Vienna about 1900-1920. Dimensions: approx. 45.5x17x16cm. & approx. 17x14.5x8cm. Length (dog): approx. 23.5cm. Good used condition, age-related signs of wear (se...
Bronze
Eclectic Collection of Five Continental Dog-Form Inkwells
Located in London, GB
Eclectic collection of five Continental dog-form inkwells Continental, circa 1900 Measures: Largest: Height 12cm, width 30cm, depth 18cm Smallest: Height 10cm, diameter 7.5cm T...
Metal, Bronze
Antique Austrian Vienna Bronze Dog Inkwell, circa 1900
Located in Torreon, Coahuila
Antique Vienna bronze dog inkwell circa 1900 Has the insert.
Bronze
Unavailable
H 9.75 in Dm 5.5 in
Austrian Novelty Cold Painted Bronze Inkwell Modelled as a White Dog, circa 1910
Located in WILMINGTON, CA
Austrian Novelty cold painted bronze inkwell modelled as a white dog, circa 1910 A white dog with a hinged neck that opens to reveal inkwell with removable glass liner.
Bronze
Unavailable
H 7 in W 14 in D 7 in
French Gilt Bronze and Red Marble Cherub with Dog Inkwell Pen Stand 19th Century
Located in WILMINGTON, CA
French gilt bronze and red marble cherub with dog inkwell pen stand, 19th century.
Bronze
19th Century Bronze Growling Dog with Collar and Chain Inkwell
Located in New York, NY
19th century bronze growling dog inkwell with collar and chain.
Bronze
19th Century, French, Patinated Bronze Hunting Dog and Duck Inkwell
By Jules Moigniez
Located in Dallas, TX
The sculpture is in excellent condition, with fine and exquisite details, and adorns a rich patinated bronze finish. A wonderful addition for a dog lover, or any ranch or hunting lod...
Bronze
A rare Austrian pug dog inkwell.
Located in Milan, IT
Bronze inkwell representing Pug dog standing on marble base.
Marble, Bronze
Sold
H 7 in W 10.5 in D 6 in
English Regency Cast Dog Bronze Desk Inkwell or Compendium, Lurcher, circa 1820
Located in Bath, GB
A truly fine and rare desk-top compendium / inkwell made from hefty solid bronze with a magnificent patina dating to the Regency era, dating to circa 1820.
Bronze
Sold
H 5.5 in W 3 in D 4 in
Antique English Bronze Figural Inkwell, Begging Dog with Glass Eyes, circa 1890
Located in Bath, GB
About as charming as they get, this a stunning desk-top inkwell or a delightful dog standing on his hind legs. The quality of the casting is superb and retaining the original patina....
Bronze
19th Century Dog-Shaped Scrip in the Shape of a Bronze Hat
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century dog-shaped scrip in the shape of a bronze hat.
Bronze
19th Century Bronze Doré Ink Well
Located in New Orleans, LA
19th century bronze doré inkwell boy and dog 19th century bronze doré inkwell angel and drums.
Bronze
Sold
H 4.25 in W 3.5 in D 5.25 in
Cold Painted Vienna Bronze Inkwell of a Terrier Outside His Dog House
By Bergmann Foundry
Located in Petaluma, CA
We pride ourselves on always carrying a nice inventory of Vienna bronzes. Just looking at this wonderful sculpture can explain why we are drawn to this highly sought after field of s...
Bronze
Antique English Bronze Hunting Hound / Dog Inkwell, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
A beautifully cast late Victorian inkwell dating to circa 1880 in the form of a handsome hunting dog. The hinged lid opens to reveal a removable ink chamber. Excellent conditio...
Bronze
Marble and Bronze Inkwell for Dog Club, Art Deco Period
Located in Dallas, TX
Marble and bronze inkwell for dog club ~ Art Deco period was presented to the Honorary President of the Gaurain-Ramecroix Guard Dog Club in 1922.
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th or Early 20th Century Yorkshire Terrier Dog Bronze French Inkwell
Located in New York, NY
Very detailed late 19th early 20th Century French inkwell of a Yorkshire terrier dog with the original ceramic ink vessel, mounted on a brass base.
Brass, Bronze
Grand Tour Bronze Figural Dog Inkwell, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Patinated and gilt cast bronze, circa 1860.
Bronze
Victorian Bronze Greyhound Dog Ink Well
Located in Seattle, WA
Double ink well in Neo-Rococo style. Highly articulated bronze dog sculpture flanked by two glass wells with bronze rim and hinged lid. Cast C-scroll and shell motif on the lid. Insc...
Bronze
Bronze Irish Setter Dog Inkwell on Marble Base, Art Deco, 1930s
Located in Retie, BE
Art Deco Inkwell with Irish Setter Dog. This Inkstand has a Marble Base, a bronze Irish Setter Sculpture and a copper and tin well - inkwell.
Marble, Bronze
Antique English Brass or Bronze Dog Jewelry Box, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
An absolutely charming Victorian novelty jewellery box made from very heavy cast brass and I think that the dog himself is Bronze, with traces of the original gilding. The sweet l...
Now that we no longer need vintage, new or antique inkwells for written communication, these elegant desk accessories make for a distinctive decorative touch in any home office or study.
Prior to the 19th century, the inkwell was an integral part of the writing process. The first fountain pen was patented in 1827. Typewriters found acceptance during the 1880s, and the ballpoint pen, which replaced the inkwell on most desks and writing tables of the era, modernized the way we write. (Later, it would transform how some of us make art.) Today, a well-designed antique or vintage inkwell is a fun, decorative accent for any work area.
If you find yourself working from home today more often than not, why not freshen things up a bit? Small changes can help elevate your workspace: Incremental edits to your interior, such as rethinking your shelving, swapping out your wall decor and adding a touch of the past to your modern-day desktop, can actually make a big difference. Alongside an ornate Art Deco–era desk lamp and an antique paperweight, your inkwell will look right at home and can support your effort to create a happy home office.
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